VPN (Virtual Private Network)

A technology that creates an encrypted tunnel between your device and a remote server, protecting your internet traffic and masking your IP address.

What is a VPN?

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) creates a secure, encrypted connection between your device and a remote server operated by the VPN service. This tunnel protects your data from interception and hides your real IP address from websites and services you access.

How VPNs Work

When you connect to a VPN, your device establishes an encrypted tunnel to a VPN server. All your internet traffic routes through this tunnel, appearing to originate from the VPN server's location rather than your actual location. The encryption prevents anyone from reading your data in transit.

Types of VPNs

Remote Access VPN: Connects individual users to a private network
Site-to-Site VPN: Connects entire networks together
SSL/TLS VPN: Uses web browser for access
IPSec VPN: Uses IP Security protocol suite

Common Use Cases

Securing public Wi-Fi connections
Accessing geo-restricted content
Remote work and corporate network access
Protecting privacy from ISP monitoring
Bypassing censorship in restricted regions